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Kirkwall And St Ola

South Ronaldsay & Burray loop across the Churchill Barriers from Kirkwall — Orkney

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Scotland
Orkney islands
Kirkwall And St Ola

South Ronaldsay & Burray loop across the Churchill Barriers from Kirkwall — Orkney

Hard

4.8

(4)

33

riders

South Ronaldsay & Burray loop across the Churchill Barriers from Kirkwall — Orkney

03:58

65.1km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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14.5 km

The Churchill Barriers

Highlight • Cycleway

The Churchill Barriers were built between Mainland & the islands of South Ronaldsay to protect the important navel harbour of Scapa Flow. Block ships were originally used and the sunken …

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2

31.0 km

Olad Summit

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At 87m it's not the highest point on South Ronaldsay but it does give great views all around from the entrance to Scapa Flow in the west, south towards John …

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3

64.6 km

Cycle Orkney Bike Shop and Rental

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A useful place if you're on the Island. They are a main dealer for some top brands so can sell you a new bike, supply upgrades or spares and help …

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65.1 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

48.0 km

16.7 km

431 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

62.4 km

2.60 km

231 m

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Wednesday 27 May

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